School Summary:

Georgia Connections Academy is a tuition-free, full-time virtual school for students in grades K-12 throughout Georgia.  The school is authorized by the Georgia Charter Schools Commission and governed by an independent Board of Directors, with a mission to maximize academic achievement for students who are seeking other academic options.  The school is operated by Georgia Connections Academy, a nonprofit corporation, through a contract with Connections Academy of Georgia, LLC, to provide its educational program and other services. Connections Academy, a division of Connections Education, is accredited by Cognia, and GACA is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement. 

Position Summary and Responsibilities:

Working from our office in Duluth, Georgia, or from your home in Georgia, the SLP will “virtually” manage a speech caseload for students. The SLP will participate in all steps of the IEP process. They will work closely with other teachers and district professionals to ensure that the school’s special education program is successful and operating in compliance with federal and state regulations. The SLP utilizes technology to complete IEP, reevaluation, eligibility, and progress monitoring reporting for students on their caseload. \

Responsibilities:

The SLP will connect with students using webcams and web conferencing software, while using the company's online Education Management System to manage their caseload Provide high quality speech language services to assigned students while supporting program implementation Planning and implementing individual and group therapy in a virtual environment; Be an expert on assigned school and state specific policies and procedures for implementing speech services; Maintain a positive working relationship between the speech team, and the schools and programs he/she is serving; Review and analyze a variety of reports to maintain compliance; Maintain a high level of communication with the leadership team and school staff; Timely and complete documentation of therapeutic interventions; Conduct screenings and formal and informal evaluation of all students’ communication needs; Communicate regularly with parents/learning coaches of students with speech/language needs as well as school special education staff to insure that their IEP goals are being met, and that their needs are addressed in a timely and appropriate fashion; Consult with teachers and coordinate the implementation of specially designed instruction as defined in the IEP regarding students with speech/language needs and potential learning issues; Assist, as needed, with the organization and proper implementation of all paperwork, documentation and procedures for the IEP process for select students; Maintain accurate and up-to-date data in the company’s Education Management System and special education software; including updating secondary IEP systems as directed; Adhere to all laws and company policies regarding data protection and security Obtain and maintain all required licenses and clearances as assigned; Complete all required professional development, training, and courses required for CEUs to maintain credentials and meet company compliance standards; Exemplify the company’s core values (brave, decent, imaginative, accountable, curious, customer-centric, and collaborative); and Complete additional duties as assigned Builds strong relationships with students and uses them to improve their experience and outcomes Communication - A great communicator who engages teams and stakeholders with thoughtful delivery and messages that resonate Collaborative - Models collaboration, solves problems with peers, and builds trust and support. Accountable – Can be relied on to complete tasks timely and well, demonstrates “ownership” regardless of the outcome, and is proactive in exploring and exploiting new opportunities.

Qualifications:

Please note 2-step authentication is required to set-up to login to all systems if given a job offer.  Full time position Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology and ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence Valid state and/or Department of Education Licensure in Speech Pathology as required 2+ years experience in K-12 school setting Strong technology skills High degree of flexibility and ability to work independently Excellent communication skills, both oral and written Customer Centric – Acts with a strong customer mindset (both internal and external) and is a visible advocate for students High level of integrity and transparency; Positive attitude; Evidence of a strong work ethic; Demonstrated team player;